Badger Camp Receives Three New Grants

New Shower Chairs, More Camperships Thanks to the Eau Claire Community Foundation

     Wisconsin Badger Camp is happy to announce it is the recipient of a $2,400 grant from the Eau Claire Community Foundation. The grant will financially support individuals with developmental disabilities from Eau Claire that attend Badger Camp. Of the total $2,400 grant, $2,000 will go towards new shower chairs to help with personal care for campers while attending camp and the other $400 will go towards the Campership Program.

“This grant is supporting two different, but very important, programs for Badger Camp,” said Development Director, Kayla Leibfried.  “Their continued support of our mission is greatly appreciated.”

     The Eau Claire Community Foundation focuses on strengthening the community by offering donors opportunities to establish charitable legacies, by making grants, and by serving as a catalyst to address community needs.

     Because Badger Camp does not accept any state or federal funding, the Eau Claire Community Foundation, a longtime supporter of camp, is playing an important role in the overall experience of the campers who attend Badger Camp. 

     Wisconsin Badger Camp is an independent nonprofit organization located approximately 10 miles south of Prairie du Chien and serves approximately 900 individuals with developmental disabilities each summer. Badger Camp relies on the community’s time, talent, and financial assistance to provide for its campers. If you or someone you know would like more information on how to make a donation or for tour information please call Wisconsin Badger Camp at (608) 348-9689 or visit our website at www.badgercamp.org.

Darlington Area Community Fund, Longtime Supporter of Badger Camp

    Wisconsin Badger Camp is thrilled to announce it is the recipient of a $3,000 grant from the Darlington Area Community Fund. The grant will financially support individuals with developmental disabilities in Darlington, WI who attend Wisconsin Badger Camp.

     Established in 1999, the Darlington Area Community Fund is a permanent, unrestricted endowment created to serve the Darlington area. They have been a continuous supporter of Badger Camp.

     Because Badger Camp does not accept any state or federal funding, the Darlington Area Community Fund is playing a crucial role in the success of the Campership Program.

“We greatly appreciate the support from the Darlington Area Community Foundation and providing funding to our Darlington area campers,” said Development Director, Kayla Leibfried. “It’s always great to see a local organization in support of Badger Camp.”

     Wisconsin Badger Camp is an independent nonprofit organization located approximately 10 miles south of Prairie du Chien and serves approximately 900 individuals with developmental disabilities each summer. Badger Camp relies on the community’s time, talent, and financial assistance to provide for its campers. If you or someone you know would like more information on how to make a donation or for tour information please call Wisconsin Badger Camp at (608) 348-9689 or visit our website at www.badgercamp.org.

WBC Receives Grant from Kaap Charitable Trust

     Wisconsin Badger Camp is pleased to announce it is the recipient of a $1,000 grant from Kaap Charitable Trust. This grant will financially support individuals with developmental disabilities to give them the opportunity to come to camp and participate in outdoor recreational experiences such as fishing, hiking, camping, horseback riding, canoeing, and arts & crafts.

     Kaap Charitable Trust originally established in Wisconsin and supported the children of Brown County. This is the first time that Badger Camp has received a grant from Kaap Charitable Trust, now located downtown Chicago, Illinois.

     Because Badger Camp does not accept any state or federal funding, Kaap Charitable trust is playing an important role in the success of the Campership Program.

“We are really excited about our grant from the Kaap Charitable Trust in support of our Brown County Campers,” said Development Director, Kayla Leibfried. “This is the first time we’ve received from the Kaap Charitable Trust and it’s always awesome to gain new supporters of our mission.”  

     Wisconsin Badger Camp is an independent nonprofit organization located approximately 10 miles south of Prairie du Chien and serves approximately 900 individuals with developmental disabilities each summer. Badger Camp relies on the community’s time, talent, and financial assistance to provide for its campers. If you or someone you know would like more information on how to make a donation or for tour information please call Wisconsin Badger Camp at (608) 348-9689 or visit our website at www.badgercamp.org.